Milwaukee fatal crash killed 3; Trevon Loston sentenced to prison
A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Trevon Loston to five-and-a-half years in prison associated with a crash that killed three members of a single family at 35th and Vliet in September 2025.
A Milwaukee County judge sentenced Trevon Loston to five-and-a-half years in prison associated with a crash that killed three members of a single family at 35th and Vliet in September 2025.
Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary legal battle; zoo seeks case dismissal
Shalom Wildlife Zoo is asking a judge to throw out a zoning lawsuit after the Town of Farmington changed its code, while neighbors continue to challenge the permit.
Shalom Wildlife Zoo is asking a judge to throw out a zoning lawsuit after the Town of Farmington changed its code, while neighbors continue to challenge the permit.
Wisconsin living donor shares inspiring story of giving, recovery
It is Donate Life Month, and a Waukesha man wants you to know that you can lead a normal, healthy life after becoming a living organ donor.
It is Donate Life Month, and a Waukesha man wants you to know that you can lead a normal, healthy life after becoming a living organ donor.
'Sadistic online exploitation:' FBI warns of networks targeting kids
The FBI is urging parents and guardians to be vigilant about what their kids are doing online as “predators" use the internet to target and groom victims.
The FBI is urging parents and guardians to be vigilant about what their kids are doing online as “predators" use the internet to target and groom victims.
The Isobar | Record tornadoes in WI, IL
It has been one of the most volatile starts to April in Midwest history. Join Chief Meteorologists Rob Haswell (Milwaukee) and Emily Wahls (Chicago), alongside Stephanie Mead (Detroit), for an emergency-level recap of the record-breaking severe weather across the Great Lakes. In this episode, the team breaks down the staggering statistics: Illinois leading the nation with over 80 tornadoes, Wisconsin surpassing its monthly warning records in just two weeks, and Michigan facing critical flooding near the Sheboygan and Croton dams. We discuss the dangers of overnight tornadoes in Ann Arbor and Allen Park, the EF2 and EF3 damage in the Milwaukee suburbs, and the tragic reality of lightning strikes. Beyond the storms, we address "Warning Fatigue" and how to stay prepared when the sirens won't stop. Plus, we celebrate some big personal news for Emily and look ahead to the beautiful "Flower Day" traditions in Detroit and the butterfly tulips of Chicago.
It has been one of the most volatile starts to April in Midwest history. Join Chief Meteorologists Rob Haswell (Milwaukee) and Emily Wahls (Chicago), alongside Stephanie Mead (Detroit), for an emergency-level recap of the record-breaking severe weather across the Great Lakes. In this episode, the team breaks down the staggering statistics: Illinois leading the nation with over 80 tornadoes, Wisconsin surpassing its monthly warning records in just two weeks, and Michigan facing critical flooding near the Sheboygan and Croton dams. We discuss the dangers of overnight tornadoes in Ann Arbor and Allen Park, the EF2 and EF3 damage in the Milwaukee suburbs, and the tragic reality of lightning strikes. Beyond the storms, we address "Warning Fatigue" and how to stay prepared when the sirens won't stop. Plus, we celebrate some big personal news for Emily and look ahead to the beautiful "Flower Day" traditions in Detroit and the butterfly tulips of Chicago.
Kenosha fire: 3 children dead, father now charged with neglect
A Kenosha man is now charged after a Thanksgiving night fire killed three children last year.
A Kenosha man is now charged after a Thanksgiving night fire killed three children last year.
Sussex school bus accident; death leads to 'Finn's Rule,' settlement
The attorney for the family of Finn Katona, the boy killed in a Sussex school bus accident, announced the creation of "Finn's Rule" and a settlement.
The attorney for the family of Finn Katona, the boy killed in a Sussex school bus accident, announced the creation of "Finn's Rule" and a settlement.
Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, by showcasing the district’s new Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools.
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, by showcasing the district’s new Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools.
Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed
MPS celebrated Earth Day, showcasing the district’s new "Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools" at Morse Middle School.
MPS celebrated Earth Day, showcasing the district’s new "Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools" at Morse Middle School.
Milwaukee Water Works: Lead service line construction season begins
The 2026 lead service line replacement construction season kicks off in Milwaukee on April 22.
The 2026 lead service line replacement construction season kicks off in Milwaukee on April 22.
Milwaukee Water Works: Lead service line construction season begins
Milwaukee Water Works marked the start of the 2026 lead service line replacement construction season on Wednesday, April 22.
Milwaukee Water Works marked the start of the 2026 lead service line replacement construction season on Wednesday, April 22.
Fond du Lac County motorcycle crash; man flown to hospital
A motorcyclist was flown to a hospital after a crash in Fond du Lac County on Tuesday night, April 21.
A motorcyclist was flown to a hospital after a crash in Fond du Lac County on Tuesday night, April 21.
Milwaukee shootings Wednesday; 1 dead, 3 wounded
Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday, April 22, left one person dead and three people wounded.
Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Wednesday, April 22, left one person dead and three people wounded.
Mold growth risk after flooding; health concerns, safety tips
Households across the region continue to face lingering impacts from last week's severe storms, including persistent mold and moisture issues from flooding.
Households across the region continue to face lingering impacts from last week's severe storms, including persistent mold and moisture issues from flooding.
Milwaukee fire truck hit by car; crash adds to chief's fleet concerns
A Milwaukee fire truck was destroyed in a crash with a suspected drunk driver on Wednesday, as Chief Aaron Lipski says the loss adds urgency to replacing the department’s aging fleet.
A Milwaukee fire truck was destroyed in a crash with a suspected drunk driver on Wednesday, as Chief Aaron Lipski says the loss adds urgency to replacing the department’s aging fleet.
Wisconsin sports access bill introduced; Packers warn of potential impact
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced a bill to expand sports access after a Green Bay Packers playoff game was streamed, as the team warns changes to federal law could threaten small-market teams.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced a bill to expand sports access after a Green Bay Packers playoff game was streamed, as the team warns changes to federal law could threaten small-market teams.
Wisconsin at forefront of sports streaming battle
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced a bill to expand sports access after a Green Bay Packers playoff game was streamed, as the team warns changes to federal law could threaten small-market teams.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced a bill to expand sports access after a Green Bay Packers playoff game was streamed, as the team warns changes to federal law could threaten small-market teams.
Germantown incident highlights dangers of 'Senior Assassin' game
A popular high school game known as Senior Assassin is drawing safety concerns after Germantown police mistook students for suspects and Twin Lakes issued a warning.
A popular high school game known as Senior Assassin is drawing safety concerns after Germantown police mistook students for suspects and Twin Lakes issued a warning.
New trial granted in Racine County murder; victim’s son fears outcome
The son of a woman killed in a Racine County murder says he feels hopeless after a conviction was overturned, granting a new trial and raising fears the suspect could go free.
The son of a woman killed in a Racine County murder says he feels hopeless after a conviction was overturned, granting a new trial and raising fears the suspect could go free.
Milwaukee Weather: Meteor shower overnight, sun on Wednesday
Clear skies tonight with the Lyrid Meteor Shower peaking overnight (look east). Temperatures will drop rapidly through the 40s overnight. Mostly sunny on Wednesday. Highs in the upper 60 inland, but 10° cooler along the lake with highs in the upper 50s.
Clear skies tonight with the Lyrid Meteor Shower peaking overnight (look east). Temperatures will drop rapidly through the 40s overnight. Mostly sunny on Wednesday. Highs in the upper 60 inland, but 10° cooler along the lake with highs in the upper 50s.